Kompetenz-Kompetenz In Indian Arbitration: Between Judicial Gatekeeping And Arbitral Autonomy

Introduction to the Doctrine and its Doctrinal Roots The doctrine of Kompetenz-Kompetenz, originating from German jurisprudence, embodies a foundational principle of modern arbitration law: that an arbitral tribunal possesses the authority to determine its own jurisdiction, including any objections with respect to the existence or validity of the arbitration agreement. This principle, enshrined in Article […]

The Mould For Justice: Moulding Of Relief In Indian Arbitration Regime

The Mould For Justice: Moulding Of Relief In Indian Arbitration Regime

This article has been authored by Motaqueef Alam Khan and Swayam Sambhab Mohanty, 4th year students at National Law University Odisha Introduction The recent ruling by the Supreme Court of India (“SC”) in J Ganapatha v N Selvarajalou Chetty Trust (“Chetty Trust”) has clarified the position regarding the role of the courts in molding relief part of civil […]

Balancing Ethics and Transparency in International Arbitration Funding

Balancing Ethics and Transparency in International Arbitration Funding

This article has been authored by Ms. Eleena Eapen, a 4th year B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) student at Symbiosis Law School in Pune and Mr. Vansh Tayal, a 4th year B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) student at Symbiosis Law School in Pune Introduction Third-party funding (“TPF”) in international arbitration provides a controversial yet revolutionary means of transforming dispute […]

The UK Arbitration Act 2025: Evolution or Missed Revolution?

The UK Arbitration Act 2025: Evolution or Missed Revolution?

This article has been authored by Khushi Jain, a 1st Year student at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow Introduction In recent decades, arbitration as a mechanism of dispute resolution has gained global acceptability. It is evolving as a principal method of settlement of commercial disputes. Commercial arbitration remains the preferred dispute resolution procedure […]